Responding to the West, Russian President mentioned nuclear missiles, EU-Ukraine had a 'historic step', US election debate 'heated up'

The Russia-Ukraine conflict, President Putin's mention of restarting medium-range missile production, the EU summit, the US election debate, the Polish Prime Minister's visit to China… are some of the striking images of the week compiled by CNN, Reuters, The Guardian…

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23:39 | June 30, 2024

The Russia-Ukraine conflict, President Putin's mention of restarting medium-range missile production, the EU summit, the US election debate, the Polish Prime Minister's visit to China… are some of the striking images of the week compiled by CNN, Reuters, The Guardian , and others.

Chinese President Xi Jinping (right) and Polish President Andrzej Duda attend a welcoming ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on June 24. Speaking during talks following the ceremony, President Xi Jinping affirmed Beijing's readiness to cooperate with Warsaw to uphold five principles: peaceful coexistence; maintaining the original aspiration to establish diplomatic relations; fostering traditional friendship; elevating bilateral relations to a higher level; and contributing to global stability. President Duda expressed hope that China could support the search for a peaceful solution in Ukraine, one that adheres to international law. (Source: AP)

Russian President Vladimir Putin chaired a meeting of the Federal Security Council on June 28. Speaking at the meeting, Putin mentioned that Russia should restart production of medium- and shorter-range missiles capable of carrying nuclear warheads. According to the leader, Russia had committed not to deploy these missiles, but the US had restarted production and deployed them to Denmark and the Philippines, therefore Moscow must also take retaliatory action. (Source: Reuters)

Former US President Donald Trump (left) and current President Joe Biden participated in the first debate on June 27, ahead of the November election. The two candidates from the Democratic and Republican parties strongly attacked each other when arguing about a series of issues, from the economy , abortion, immigration to conflicts in Ukraine and the Gaza Strip. According to ABC News, the debate, although fierce and "fiery", did not bring much new information about the policy goals of both candidates. (Source: CNN)

European Union (EU) leaders pose for a commemorative photo with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on the first day of the EU summit in Brussels, Belgium, on June 27. The summit devoted much of its time to discussing defense issues and nominating new leaders for the bloc's term. European Commission President von der Leyen stated that the EU needs to invest €500 billion (approximately $535 billion) over the next decade to strengthen its defense capabilities. (Source: DPA)

From left: European Council President Charles Michel, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and EC President Ursula von der Leyen during the signing ceremony of the EU-Ukraine agreement, June 27 in Brussels, Belgium, on the sidelines of the EU Summit. Speaking before the signing ceremony, Mr. Michel said: "Today marks a historic day in which we will provide more support to Kiev, both financially and militarily." According to EU officials, the agreement is further evidence of the bloc's "unwavering determination" to support Ukraine in the long term. (Source: EU News)

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak speaks at a campaign rally in London on June 24, in preparation for the general election on July 4. In late May 2024, Sunak unexpectedly confirmed that the UK would hold an early general election this July, whereas the original plan was for around January 2025. (Source: Getty)

Ukrainian soldiers play the piano inside a building damaged by the conflict with Russia near the Chasiv Yar frontline in Ukraine on June 25. (Source: Reuters)

Ukrainian soldiers load artillery shells into self-propelled artillery before firing at Russian positions in the Donetsk region on June 24. The Russia-Ukraine conflict, which erupted in February 2022, shows no signs of abating. (Source: AP)

A woman carrying a child stands amidst the rubble of buildings destroyed by Israeli bombing in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, on June 23. The conflict between Israel and the Islamist movement Hamas in this Palestinian territory, which erupted in October 2023, has continued to escalate despite international efforts to bring about a ceasefire. (Source: Getty)

The photo shows an air defense system intercepting a missile launched from Lebanon toward Israel, near the border between the two countries, on June 27. The attack occurred amid conflict between Hezbollah forces in Lebanon and Israel. (Source: Reuters)

Bolivian General Juan Jose Zuniga was arrested by authorities following a failed coup attempt in La Paz, Bolivia, on June 26. Earlier that day, Zuniga had assembled several military units in a square in La Paz, where the Bolivian government is located, attempting to force his way into the presidential palace. The coup lasted for several hours before the soldiers under the General's command retreated and Bolivian police regained control of the square. (Source: Reuters)

Police officers move alongside a water cannon as they clash with protesters in Nairobi, Kenya, on June 25. This past week, a new wave of protests has swept across the African nation despite President William Ruto's decision to reverse a controversial tax increase plan. (Source: Getty)

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange leaves court in Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands, a U.S. Pacific territory, on June 26. Earlier that day, in a three-hour court hearing, Assange formally pleaded guilty to one criminal charge of conspiring to obtain and disclose classified U.S. defense documents. U.S. Judge Ramona V. Manglona accepted Assange's guilty plea and released the WikiLeaks founder, as he had already served his prison sentence in the UK since 2019. (Source: Reuters)

A SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket carrying the GOES-U weather satellite lifted off from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida on June 25. With the new satellite, meteorologists will be able to see real-time maps of lightning activity on Earth and better track solar storms. (Source: Getty)

Residents draw water from a mobile water tanker during a sweltering heatwave in New Delhi, India, on June 24. The northern part of the South Asian nation is experiencing a scorching summer, with temperatures reaching 49.9 degrees Celsius in late May – the highest temperature ever recorded in the capital, New Delhi. (Source: Reuters)

A Polish Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft performs at the Antidotum Airshow in Leszno, Poland, on June 22. (Source: Getty)

Tourists ride camels along a designated path to reduce traffic congestion at the famous Mingsha Mountain and Yueya Spring scenic area in Dunhuang, Gansu Province, China. (Source: Getty)

Hungary player Kevin Csoboth (in white shirt) scores against Scotland during their Euro 2024 match on June 23rd. The late goal in injury time of the second half gave Hungary a 1-0 victory. (Source: Reuters)

Models showcase stunning designs by Viktor & Rolf at the Autumn/Winter 2024 Haute-Couture fashion show in Paris, France, on June 26. (Source: Getty)

A shepherd leads his flock of cattle to the foot of Mount Nemrut in Bitlis, Türkiye, an extinct volcano, to protect them from the heat. (Source: Getty)

(according to CNN, Reuters, The Guardian...)

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